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About Jackson National Life

Jackson National Life Insurance Company, founded in 1961 and headquartered in Lansing, Michigan, is a prominent U.S. provider of annuity products. As a subsidiary of Jackson Financial Inc., a publicly traded company, Jackson offers a range of annuities, including fixed, fixed index, registered index-linked, and variable annuities, catering to both individual and institutional investors. The company distributes its products through various channels, such as broker-dealer firms, independent agents, wirehouses, and banks across the United States. 

Product Lineup

Jackson Income Assurance 7

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Guaranteed lifetime income + market protection

Guaranteed Annual Withdrawal Amount Percentage (GAWA%)Increases annually until income begins
Downside Protection0% minimum floor on returns
Index-Linked GrowthVaries by crediting method selected
Tax DeferralExample: $100k grows to $466k tax-deferred vs. $284k in taxable account over 20 years

Best for: Retirees and pre-retirees aged 50-80 seeking guaranteed lifetime income with pro...

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Jackson Income Assurance Advisory 10

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Protected growth with index-linked potential

Guaranteed Minimum Value87.5% of premium at 0.15%–3% GMIR
Index-Linked GrowthCaps and rates guaranteed annually
Free Withdrawals10% annually, penalty-free
Extended Care WaiverOne-time benefit, limited to $250,000

Best for: Conservative to moderate investors ages 50–80 seeking retirement income with pri...

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Jackson Income Assurance Advisory 7

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Guaranteed income for life with growth potential & downside protection

Guaranteed Annual Withdrawal Amount (GAWA%)Increases with age and time before withdrawal begins
Capital Preservation0% floor on losses
Index-Linked GrowthVaries by index and crediting method selected
Tax DeferralExample: $100K grows to $466K vs $284K in taxable account over 20 years

Best for: Retirees aged 50-80 seeking guaranteed lifetime income with downside protection ...

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Jackson RateProtector

Multi-Year Guaranteed

Guaranteed income growth. Flexible access. Tax-deferred.

Guaranteed Interest Rate OptionsInitial rates locked in; 1% to 3% minimum guaranteed annually
10% Annual Free Withdrawal10% of accumulated value per contract year
Tax-Deferred Growth100% of earnings reinvested until withdrawal
RMD-Friendly WithdrawalsAge 73+ RMD distributions unrestricted

Best for: Retired or near-retirees who have a lump sum to invest and want guaranteed growt...

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MarketProtector

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Protected growth with index-linked potential and lifetime income options

Principal Protection0% loss floor in down markets
Index-Linked InterestVaries by crediting method selected
Multiple Crediting MethodsPenalty-free changes annually
Flexible Index OptionsCustomizable by issue age and distributor

Best for: Retirees and pre-retirees nearing or in retirement who want principal protection...

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MarketProtector (CA)

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Protected growth with index-linked returns and tax deferral

Principal Protection100% protection on initial investment
Index-Linked GrowthVaries by crediting method and market conditions
Multiple Crediting MethodsFlexible selection and annual adjustment rights
Tax DeferralCan result in significantly higher account values over time

Best for: Retirees or those nearing retirement who want growth potential with downside mar...

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MarketProtector Advisory

Fixed Indexed Annuity

Protected growth with index upside—no direct market risk

Principal Protection100% principal guarantee
Index-Linked GrowthVaries by crediting method and current cap rates
Multiple Crediting MethodsMultiple options available
Flexible Index Option PeriodsVarious periods available by age and distribution channel

Best for: Investors approaching or in retirement who want to balance growth potential with...

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Financial Ratings

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A.M. Best

Rating

A

Description

Excellent

Effective

August 13, 2020

Rating Agency

Fitch

Rating

A

Description

Strong

Effective

August 13, 2020

Rating Agency

Moody's

Rating

A2

Description

Good

Effective

August 13, 2020

Rating Agency

Standard & Poor's

Rating

A

Description

Strong

Effective

August 13, 2020

Rating Analysis

Jackson National exhibits strong financial health, supported by substantial capitalization and a conservative investment approach. The company is noted for its effective risk management and stable profitability. Its financial ratings reflect a robust capacity to meet long-term insurance and financial commitments to its policyholders. The outlook for Jackson National is stable, underscoring its ongoing financial strength and operational reliability.

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